Independent Demonstrator at Uppercase Living
Greater Detroit Area
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- Independent Demonstrator at Uppercase Living
- Volunteer at Church
- Past
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- Connector at Motor City Connect
- Business Development Manager at Organic
- Sales Director, Public Relations and Social Media Diva at Mediameme
- Founder & President at Buyers Eye
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Leah McChesney’s Summary
Simply stated:
I love the Internet and everything social networking.
I obsessively make to do lists.
I possess a "whatever it takes" attitude.
I feel comfortable talking to a CEO or Joe the plumber.
I am eager and willing to tackle new experiences and situations.
Longer version:
Entrepreneur and sales-oriented professional with broad experience particularly with small-to-medium business startups.
Sweet spot is selling complex services.
Direct experience in real estate, advertising and media sectors. Interested in training and development opportunities. Experience with service-oriented B2B sales. Web 2.0 and social media savvy.
Strong communication and organizational skills. A natural networker and leader. Understands and taps into what motivates people to act. Ability to get things done quickly, e.g. a ‘doer’. Excellent phone and computer skills. Strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism and integrity
Leah McChesney’s Specialties:
Charisma, enthusiasm, motivation, determination, business organization, networking, pr and sales, internet research.
Leah McChesney’s Experience
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Networking 2.0
(Online Media industry)
2009 — Present (less than a year)
Helping businesses, entrepreneurs, organizations and individuals make sense of social media with the goal of strategic alignment of their online presence with their brand’s objectives. Providing consulting services with a strong focus on client education. Offering training and social media coordination and management:
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Independent Demonstrator
Uppercase Living
(Consumer Goods industry)
September 2009 — Present (4 months)
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Volunteer
Church
(Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
August 1990 — Present (19 years 5 months)
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Connector
Motor City Connect
(Marketing and Advertising industry)
May 2008 — April 2009 (1 year )
This role is strictly volunteer but as a team member of Motor City Connect I help organize events, help people to network and help MCC to grow.
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Business Development Manager
Organic
(Public Company; 201-500 employees; OMC; Internet industry)
July 2008 — October 2008 (4 months)
Collaborated with various internal stakeholders on the development of a business development project.Oversaw the development of the project in terms of creative delivery as well as ensuring resources were available (e.g. technology, analytics, strategy) Developed a targeted and researched list and initiated contact with decision makers and influencers within target organizations. Collaborated passionately with engagement management, creative operations, technology, business development, marketing and other departments
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Sales Director, Public Relations and Social Media Diva
Mediameme
(Marketing and Advertising industry)
March 2008 — October 2008 (8 months)
Rainmaker for Social Media Agency. Meet with small-to-medium businesses and help grow their sales through training, marketing and consulting.
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Founder & President
Buyers Eye
(Real Estate industry)
April 2004 — March 2008 (4 years )
Created a profitable business in home staging before anyone had even heard of it. Educated consumers and realtors about the added value of this important service, demonstrating ROI through quicker home sales. Networked constantly and developed strong working relationships with realtors and local business leaders through the Chamber of Commerce. Handled all aspects of the business from front office activities (sales, marketing) as well as the back office (finance, IT, HR).
